World War II began on this date in 1939 (see This Day in History below). On this government website, you can see the war as never before with a plethora of photos. You can search by subject, by leader or more. This site also has links to other World War II pages.

Number to Know

26.2 million: Number of female workers 16 and older in management, professional and related occupations. Among male workers, 16 and older, 24.0 million were employed in management, professional and related occupations. — Census.gov

This Day in History

Sept. 1, 1939: World War II: Nazi Germany invades Poland, beginning the war in Europe.

Today’s Featured Birthday

Musician Barry Gibb (66)

Daily Quote

“I write to escape; to escape poverty.” — Edgar Rice Burroughs, who was born on this date in 1875.